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Capital Project Manager – Engineering

This position is responsible for executing the strategic capital plan for Elanco’s Elwood, KS monoclonal antibody (mAbs) manufacturing facility.  The incumbent will oversee small and large-scale expansion projects as well as facility & utility upgrades and improvements.  These projects will include the design, purchase, and installation of process equipment.

Your Responsibilities:  

• Planning, organizing, allocating resources, and developing capital projects, timelines and budgets.


• Provide Engineering support in development of project specifications (URS, functional specification, detail design).


• Work with vendors and stake holders on design, installation, commissioning, factory acceptance test, startup, and validation of equipment.


• Oversee contractor personnel, ensuring projects are completed within the desired timelines, meeting Engineering, Quality and financial requirements. 


• Review proposals and documents to verify adherence to project scope and technical expectations.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications): 

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  Education: BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or adjacent field; On the job experience may be acceptable in place of degree.  Chemical or Mechanical disciplines most preferred


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  Experience: 2+ years’ previous experience in an engineering role supporting manufacturing operations and/or equipment installation in a regulated environment with degree.  7+ years’ previous experience in place of degree


• Proven ability to deliver capital projects on-time, within budget and with desired deliverables

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications): 

• Ability to understand, evaluate, and implement validation strategies in tandem with project activities


• Mechanical aptitude


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 


• Attention to detail and commitment to customer service


• Experience with Auto-CAD preferred

Additional Information:  

• Travel: Limited to project scope and needs.  Estimated at <5%.

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